Easy Chunky Pecan Beef Dip Recipe | Quick & Delicious Appetizer

Chunky Pecan and Beef Dip

Prep and Cook Time 18 minutes

YIELD Makes 8 (3-tablespoon) servings

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup pecan pieces 3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions with tops 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened and cut into cubes 1/2 jar (2.2 ounces) dried beef, rinsed in hot water, drained and cut into 1/4-inch pieces 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning Breadsticks, pita bread and assorted fresh vegetables for dipping

PREPARATION:

1. Spray bottom of small saucepan generously with nonstick cooking spray; heat over medium heat until hot. Add pecans and onions; cook over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes or until pecans are toasted and onions are tender.
2. Add 1/4 cup hot water and cream cheese to saucepan; cook over medium-low heat until cheese is melted. Stir in dried beef and Italian seasoning; cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until hot.
3. Spoon dip into bowl; sprinkle with additional green onion tops, if desired. Serve with dippers.

This recipe appears in: Dips & Spreads NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION: Sodium 221 mg Protein 4 g Fiber trace g Carbohydrate 2 g Cholesterol 35 mg Total Fat 15 g Calories 152 DIETARY EXCHANGE: Fat 3 Meat 1/2